Utility Worker - Permanent - Part Time - Days - 48 Hour Biweekly - 2 Positions

Northwood Care; Halifax; On-site; CAD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood Care in Halifax is seeking dependable Utility workers to support food service operations. The role involves dishwashing, stocking, and assisting with meal service across multiple sites. You will maintain cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen areas and support daily food preparation tasks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, the ability to follow instructions, and strong personal health. Lifting up to 50 lbs and long standing shifts are required; 48 hours biweekly with 8-hour

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and follow through on specific instructions.

Responsibilities

• Portering and distribution of food items and supplies to service sites.
• Ensure sanitation of dishes, pots/pans, equipment and kitchen area.
• Operate dish and pot washing equipment per procedures.
• Prepare vegetables and manage stock using FIFO; safe storage and delivery of items.
• Assist with daily duties and support food service supervisor.

Skills

Reading & following instructions

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Food service hygiene

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join the Northwood Team!

We are currently accepting applications for

Halifax!

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must have the ability to read, write, comprehend and follow through on specific instructions.
• 1 to 2 years previous utility work experience.
• Basic food safety training certificate required.
• Excellent personal health and hygiene.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others.
• Must be capable of lifting, stooping, reaching, walking, pulling and standing for long periods of time.
• Food Service Workers Certification an asset.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs at a time, in good general health and able to endure the day-to-day pressures of the position.
• Must be able to maintain regular and consistent attendance in accordance with the Northwood corporate standard

Utility workers

Join the Northwood Team! We are currently accepting applications for Utility workers to join our team in Halifax!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must have the ability to read, write, comprehend and follow through on specific instructions.
• 1 to 2 years previous utility work experience.
• Basic food safety training certificate required.
• Excellent personal health and hygiene.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others.
• Must be capable of lifting, stooping, reaching, walking, pulling and standing for long periods of time.
• Food Service Workers Certification an asset.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs at a time, in good general health and able to endure the day-to-day pressures of the position.
• Must be able to maintain regular and consistent attendance in accordance with the Northwood corporate standard

Major Responsibilities

• Portering and distribution of food items, hot and cold food carts and other supplies to service sites.
• Ensuring sanitation of dishes, pots/pans, equipment and kitchen area.

Tasks

• Operates the dish machine and pot washing machine according to established procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes floors, sinks, walls, cooking area drains, doors, counters, carts, work and storage areas.
• Performs established procedures for pre-preparation of vegetables, defrosting meats (following established defrosting chart), stock control and rotation (using FIFO (first in first out), and ensures safe, appropriate storage and delivery of all food supplies.
• Accommodates requests from various service sites via the intercom system, walkie-talkie, radio, or telephone, and responds appropriately providing prompt quality meal service.
• Promptly delivers the dietary aides hot/cold food carts, food items and supplies to the designated service area as scheduled and replenishes supplies during the meal service as deemed necessary.
• Scrapes, washes and sanitizes all dishes, pots, pans, utensils and food service equipment.
• Disposes of garbage, compost bins and recycling according to established procedures and maintains the receptacles in a sanitary condition.
• Complies with department standards, work routines, job requirements and time schedules. Applies quality service and quality control procedures consistently; reports any concerns to Food Service Supervisor.
• Assists with and performs other related duties as may be requested.

Hours: 48 hours biweekly 8 Hour Shifts

Effective: Immediately

Salary/Benefits: As Per Unifor Collective Agreement.

To learn more about Northwood please visit our website www.northwood.care

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.